Tag: Preparation
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Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn Hear from Glen Scrivener about How To Share Hope in an Uncertain World
Over one hundred people from across the Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn gathered in St Saviour’s Cathedral, Goulburn, on Saturday, 17th August, to think more and pray more about the Hope25 project. We were blessed to have Glen Scrivener, from Speak Life, speak to us for two of our sessions together. Glen encouraged us to…
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Two Ways To Live gospel presentation
Two Ways To Live is a popular short gospel presentation written with Australians in mind. It is available in an attractive multimedia website format: www.twowaystolive.com This would be a good link that could be shared with a friend via email or SMS message or on social media. It can be purchased in a paper pocket-sized…
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Hope25 Podcast Episode #5 “Christianity in Australia with Karle Faase”
Michael Calder interviews Karle Faase from Olive Tree Media. Episode Summary: In this episode of the HOPE25 podcast, host Michael Calder interviews Karl Faase, CEO of Olive Tree Media, about the history of Christianity in Australia and its impact on shaping Australian culture. They discuss how Christianity first came to Australia, the response of the…
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Podcast Episode #4 “Restoring the Story: thinking about Good News and the Atonement with Anne Van Gend”
Christy Cappy talks to theologian Anne Van Gend about her book on the atonement. Episode Summary: Anne Van Gent discusses her book ‘Restoring the Story: The Good News of Atonement’ and explores different models of atonement. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the backstory and context of these models to fully grasp their meaning. Van…
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Hope25 Prayer Postcards Now Freely Available
We have a large supply of professionally printed Hope25 prayer postcards which have the Hope25 Collect and engagement suggestions. These are a great reminder to pray for Hope25 and to keep people thinking about the vision of sharing the hope we have in Jesus. To request a free postcard pack for your parish or community,…
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How to Have Fun on a General Synod Taskforce (hint: Hope25)
From the May 2024 edition of the Diocese of Canberra Goulburn diocesan magazine: “Anglican News” spoke with Monica Short, about her role in the Hope25 project as a member of the General Synod Mission and Ministry Taskforce: What’s it like serving on the General Synod Mission and Ministry Taskforce?Fun! We are a passionate group of…
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Podcast Episode #3 “Positive Perceptions of Jesus with Mark McCrindle”
Michael Calder interviews Mark McCrindle about his research about Australian openness to Jesus. Episode summary: Mark McCrindle, a social researcher, discusses Australian culture and attitudes towards Christianity. He highlights the changing context and rising uncertainty in Australia, including economic challenges, loneliness, and mental health issues. Despite these challenges, there is still a sense of optimism…
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June Synods Support Hope25
A number of Australian diocesan Synods met during June 2024 with supportive speeches and moving the Hope25 Synod motion. These include Tasmania, Brisbane, North Queensland, Newcastle and Grafton. In Brisbane Michael Calder reports that the Hope25 motion was passed “unamended, unanimously, and with acclamation.” Here is a quote from the Brisbane presidential address: It is…
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Podcast Episode #2 “Equipping the Church for Evangelism with Archbishop Geoff Smith”
Christy Cappy interviews the Primate of the Anglican Church of Australia and Archbishop of Adelaide about his excitement for Hope25. To receive the podcasts as soon as they are published please subscribe via your preferred podcast platform: Hope25 on Apple Podcasts Hope25 on Spotify Podcasts Hope25 on Amazon Prime Hope25 Youtube Channel